Perfluoroalkyl (PFOS) and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a group of more than 10,000 long-lasting, man-made chemicals that some scientists want banned.⁣ ⁣ Known as Forever Chemicals, PFAS are the most persistent synthetic chemicals ever produced and are predicted to remain in the environment for hundreds of years.⁣ ⁣ So what are they used for, what damage can they do and should they be more strictly controlled?⁣ ⁣ Read more on CGTN Europe website. ⁣ ⁣ #PFAS #foreverchemicals #pollution⁣ ⁣